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About the Organisation
RACG is a Kenyan recruitment & executive search firm connecting high-impact talent with leading organizations across East Africa. This role is for a client operating a wood products manufacturing plant with high-throughput operations (conveyors, saw lines, presses, kilns, dust extraction systems), where uptime, safety, and continuous improvement are paramount.
Plant Maintenance – Mechanical Technician job at RACG (recruiting for a leading construction/manufacturing client) | Apply Now
Nairobi, Kenya
Are you looking for Engineering jobs in Kenya 2025 today? then you might be interested in Plant Maintenance – Mechanical Technician job at RACG (recruiting for a leading construction/manufacturing client)
Full Time
Deadline:
12 Sept 2025
Job Title
Plant Maintenance – Mechanical Technician job at RACG (recruiting for a leading construction/manufacturing client)
RACG (recruiting for a leading construction/manufacturing client)
Job Description
Reporting to the Maintenance Manager/Plant Engineer, the technician will execute PM schedules; diagnose and repair faults on woodworking/mechanical equipment; support installation and commissioning of new lines; uphold OSHA-Kenya and site safety standards; participate in reliability initiatives; and maintain accurate maintenance logs, parts inventory, and breakdown reports while collaborating closely with production and engineering teams.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
See all details of the qualifications, competencies and education for this role under the "How to Apply" section below.
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How to Apply
Preventive & Corrective Maintenance
Perform scheduled PM on conveyors, saws, presses, kilns/dryers, dust extraction systems, etc.
Diagnose mechanical faults; carry out timely repairs to reduce downtime.
Maintain complete records of maintenance activities and equipment history.
Troubleshooting & Repairs
Respond to breakdowns; troubleshoot malfunctions and execute emergency repairs.
Work with production teams to quickly resolve issues affecting throughput.
Installation & Commissioning
Assist with installation, testing, and commissioning of new machinery/equipment.
Verify installations meet safety and operational standards.
Compliance & Safety
Adhere to occupational safety & health standards; participate in safety audits.
Implement corrective actions and report hazards promptly.
Continuous Improvement
Contribute to reliability/CI initiatives; propose actions to cut failures and energy use.
Documentation & Reporting
Keep equipment logs, maintenance reports, and parts inventory up to date.
Escalate major breakdowns, risks, or anomalies to supervisors.
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Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering/Plant Engineering/Industrial Maintenance (or related).
3–5 years hands-on mechanical maintenance (manufacturing or wood-processing preferred).
Required: experience with hydraulic & pneumatic systems.
Advantage: familiarity with woodworking machinery (presses, molders, saws, dryers).
Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, diagnostics, and PM/CM practices.
Able to read technical drawings/manuals; skilled in welding, machining, basic fabrication.
Safety-minded, detail-oriented, strong problem-solver; good communication & teamwork.
Able to work independently, under pressure, and in a physically demanding environment.
